弁財船
also: べんざいせん
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Meanings
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large Japanese junk; bezaisen
Historical term for a type of large wooden sailing ship used in the Edo period for coastal transport, similar to a 千石船. Often encountered in historical or museum contexts.
See also: 千石船
In the Edo period, bezaisen played an active role in shipping along the Sea of Japan coast.
A model of a bezaisen is on display at this museum.